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FCA urged to rethink advice to “millions” of law firm car finance clients
Legal Futures
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August 19, 2025
Stopford: FCA has left consumers stranded The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has been urged to rethink its advice to consumers using law firms in motor finance claims after research showed how many have already signed up. According to consumer...
Abiodun seeks Chinese investment in mineral exploration
Punch
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August 20, 2025
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has called on Chinese investors to partner with the state in harnessing its vast mineral resources. The governor made the appeal on Tuesday while receiving the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Yu Dunhai, during...
Best Crypto Investment Ideas According to CEO of $1.6T Asset Manager Franklin Templeton
CoinDesk
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Bitcoin aside, the best investment in crypto is its “picks and shovels,” according to the CEO of $1.6 trillion asset manager Franklin Templeton. STORY CONTINUES BELOW Jenny Johnson, the third-generation leader of the manager, spoke at the SALT...
Two trade unions call on Finance Minister Fayval Williams to withdraw or clarify statements made about compensation packages for public sector workers
Irie FM
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August 19, 2025
Two trade unions call on Finance Minister Fayval Williams to withdraw or clarify statements made about compensation packages for public sector workers The Jamaica Civil Service Association (JCSA) and the Jamaica Confederation of Trade Unions...
OliX secures ₩115 billion investment through convertible preferred shares
Korea Biomedical Review
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August 20, 2025
OliX Pharmaceuticals said Tuesday it secured 115 billion won ($82.3 million) in convertible preferred shares (CPS) from Korean and foreign institutional investors. The issue price per share is 58,101 won, and 1,979,347 new shares will be issued as...
EFCC quizzes NAHCON finance officials over alleged fraud
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 20, 2025
• Hajj commission warns against media trial, pledges cooperation • Court jails businessman for failure to declare $49,000 at airport The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has quizzed two senior officials of the National Hajj...
Maya Bank, Cebuana Lhuillier team up to boost MSME financing
Business World
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August 19, 2025
MAYA BANK, Inc. has partnered with rural lender Cebuana Lhuillier to widen financing access for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME), including mom-and-pop stores and micro-merchants. “Bringing together Cebuana Lhuillier’s trusted network...
Report calls for stronger consumer protections in rooftop solar financing
Consumer Affairs
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August 19, 2025
Center for Responsible Lending urges states to take the lead on solar financing reforms as federal oversight wanes. Key recommendations include limits on hidden fees, enforceable savings guarantees, and stricter sales protections. Goal is to...
Over RM9 billion in tax refunds disbursed to more than three million taxpayers, says Finance Ministry
Malay Mail
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August 20, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 20 — The Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has issued tax refunds totalling RM9.35 billion to more than three million taxpayers as of June 30, 2025, according to the Ministry of Finance (MOF). In a written parliamentary reply on...
Revenue drop, finance costs take a toll on Transurban
Azzet
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August 19, 2025
Transurban reported a 52.4% plunge in statutory net profit after tax for the 2025 financial year (FY25) as revenue fell and finance costs rose. The toll road operator said profit fell to $178 million in the 12 months ended 30 June 2025 from $376...
Gold falls as investors await Fed’s Jackson Hole conference
Business Recorder
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August 19, 2025
LONDON: Gold prices edged lower on Tuesday as the US dollar firmed, while investors hunkered down for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole later this week. Spot gold fell 0.1% to $3,325.74 per ounce by 11:40 a.m. ET (1535...
Minister of Finance, Honorable Marinka Gumbs, Secures CFT Approval for Cg 30 Million Capex Loan 2025
EA News
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August 20, 2025
Minister of Finance, Hon. Marinka Gumbs, wishes to inform the public that CFT has approved the capex loan for an amount of Cg 30 million based on the approved budget for the year 2025. CFT issued its Article 12 advice on the budget on 24 July...
Canadian Financial Regulator Hacked, Exposing Personal Data from Member Organizations
Infosecurity Magazine
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August 19, 2025
A Canadian financial regulator has disclosed a cybersecurity incident, which has breached the personal information of member firms and their employees. The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), a national self-regulatory organization...
ASX 200 Asia stocks decline as tech sector weakens and Nikkei falls on trade data
Kalkine Media
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August 20, 2025
Highlights,Technology shares across Asia mirrored Wall Street losses, with Japan and South Korea facing sharper declines,Japanese markets slipped further from highs following weaker trade performance,Chinese and Australian indices gained as...
Achieva Sets Out to Redefine CRM in Insurance and Finance with AI-Powered Salesforce Solutions
MarTech Series
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August 19, 2025
In a decisive move to accelerate innovation in enterprise technology, Achieva Inc. announced its official launch. The company will strategically focus on delivering AI-powered Salesforce solutions tailored for the insurance and financial services...
Industry must tackle renewable supply, water, and financing challenges: Srivatsan Iyer
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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August 19, 2025
New Delhi [India], August 20 (ANI): Srivatsan Iyer, Co-Chair, FICCI Hydrogen Energy Committee and Global CEO, Hero Future Energies, on Tuesday highlighted ensuring consistent renewable energy supply, water availability, and long-term project...
Business News | Industry Must Tackle Renewable Supply, Water, and Financing Challenges: Srivatsan Iyer
Latestly
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August 20, 2025
New Delhi [India], August 20 (ANI): Srivatsan Iyer, Co-Chair, FICCI Hydrogen Energy Committee and Global CEO, Hero Future Energies, on Tuesday highlighted ensuring consistent renewable energy supply, water availability, and long-term project...
Businesses impacted by North Rim wildfires to receive financial help
Arizona’s Family
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August 19, 2025
GRAND CANYON, AZ (AZFamily) — Relief is on the way for Arizona businesses financially hurt by the Dragon Bravo Fire and the White Sage Fire near the Grand Canyon North Rim. Gov. Katie Hobbs announced on Tuesday that the U.S. Small Business...
GIC Housing Finance AGM clears ₹2,500-crore NCD issuance
CNBC-TV18
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August 19, 2025
GIC Housing Finance Limited on Tuesday (August 19) said its shareholders have approved the issuance of redeemable non-convertible debentures (NCDs) of up to ₹2,500 crore through private placement at the company’s annual general meeting. The AGM...
What we learnt: James Hardie just kicked investors while they’re down
Financial Review
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August 20, 2025
The big result: James Hardie You could almost hear what James Hardie investors were thinking as they sent the building material group’s shares plunging more than 26 per cent on Wednesday morning: Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on...